New Age Health Care - Way of Life Literature

“Jyotish is the Vedic astrological system of which
Ayurveda was once a part. This astrological system
notes that gems are related to the various planets
and produce a balancing effect to counter specific
diseases. ... The color or vibration of the gems
affects the human body. ... In the Ayurvedic tradition
these stones are used to balance the three doshas
and to heal specific diseases” (The Ayurveda
Encyclopedia, pp. 372, 375).
It is very clear that we are not dealing here with
something biblical or with innocent “science”!
In the section on Vedic Astrology, The Ayurveda
Encyclopedia says:
“Jyotish means inner light. THIS SCIENCE HELPS
REVEAL ONE’S INNER DIVINE LIGHT. Ayurveda
and Jyotish were once a part of the same science,
but later developed into two separate forms of
healing. ... By looking at the planets, the 12 houses
and their relationship in the astrology chart, one can
determine health tendencies, planetary causes of
disease, dharma, necessities for spiritual
relationships, and tools for one’s spiritual path” (p.
655).
The Ayurveda Encyclopedia also recommends
Architectural Harmony as part of the whole life
balance of health.
“The focus of this book has been on healing
prevention, and rejuvenation through Ayurvedic
balance. This balance is achieved by living in
accordance with nature’s laws. ... The Vedic science
of architecture, Vastu Shastra, integrates the
sciences of Ayurveda and Jyotish by providing the
link between humans and the astrological
influences. Vastu considers the magnetic fields of
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